kntrinh
American expat in Vietnam
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About me
American
Lives in Saigon
Speaks English. Vietnamese
Registration: 14 November 2012
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Looking for Tabletop-Roleplayers in HCMC (DnD,Pathfinder,WoD,SW) by GuestPoster27
Hi, I´m looking for a group of fellow nerds (and I know my chances are slim on this forum) to get some gaming on. This is just a preliminary survey of interest, things like place, time and other things will be decided if we get enough people ...
I arrived yesterday D: sorry I won't be able to procure any for us...but let me know about a meeting if we have one this week! Read More
Apartment Complex Swimming Pools by kntrinh
I'm apartment hunting right now and one of the key features that I'm looking for in a complex is an attached swimming pool. Now my question is: If the apartment complex that I live in is equipped with a swimming pool, do I have free access to the ...
I had heard that hotel swimming pool hopping was a thing in HCMC, but I've never considered 'sneaking' into apartment complex swimming pools...haha I'll keep trying to find a nice complex that includes pool entrance in the rent...apparently HAGL ... Read More
Apartment Complex Swimming Pools
I'm apartment hunting right now and one of the key features that I'm looking for in a complex is an attached swimming pool. Now my question is: If the apartment complex that I live in is equipped with a swimming pool, do I have free access to the ... Read More
Looking for Tabletop-Roleplayers in HCMC (DnD,Pathfinder,WoD,SW) by GuestPoster27
Hi, I´m looking for a group of fellow nerds (and I know my chances are slim on this forum) to get some gaming on. This is just a preliminary survey of interest, things like place, time and other things will be decided if we get enough people ...
I land in HCMC next week and would love to give some of these games a try! The closest I've ever gotten to games like these is like...Bang...Munchkin....are those games similar to the ones you're talking about? I had a lot of fun with those! Add me ... Read More
English Club - Ho Chi Minh City by tomkat70
I know that there are many threads regarding English Club in Ho Chi Minh City. I just want to post this topic for those who are interested to join and would like to improve their English skill. The club meeting location will be in District 10 & 11, ...
I'm a native English speak that would love to drop by to help out in English clubs such at this! I land on Tues next week though, so I think I'll miss the first meeting...regardless I think this is a great idea and I'd love to be a part of it when I ... Read More
Good Hair Dresser for foreigner hair? by kimngan
hi everybody..could you tell me where my boyfriend can get a good hair cut in hcm city? he is from australia ,and really wanna know hair salon ,or hair stylist ,who can speak english and good in foreigner hair....thank you
Since this was bumped, I'll highly recommend Dada Salon, Sky Garden I, Phu My Hung. It's Korean owned with Korean standards (aka very high) The woman speaks English, Korean and Vietnamese and is highly talented and kind. I picked out a haircut from ... Read More
Yoga in HCMC by Satran
Hello, There's probably the same thread somewhere but i couldn't find it. I used to do Yoga in the past but haven't done it for quite a while now. Kinda need to do it again to get back in shape, afterwork or during weekends. Could anybody ...
I've heard of weekly free yoga classes but never went....not sure of the quality of the class but maybe its worth checking out if its free? I'll dole check my sources and get back to you on that... Read More
Looking for a sharehouse in D1 or close too.... by AutumnTran
Hey Guys, I'm basing myself in HCMC for the next 3 - 6 months. I've been here a week now. Looking for a sharehouse (did not think it would be this hard!) Ideally D1 or D7. Budget is US$300 Max. I'm here to improve my Vietnamese - so am totally open ...
Sent you a PM- I'm also looking for a place to stay in a similar same budget range so maybe we can hunt together :] Read More
Is teaching English a good job for expats in Saigon? by mikeymyke
I was wondering how viable a job teaching English is for someone who doesn't know much Vietnamese, was born in Canada, and is married to a Vietnamese woman? Does it pay well and have enough hours working? Also are there a lot of opportunites? ...
To my understanding, (most of) the schools themselves don't really care whether or not you have a bachelor's degree, but you need one in order to obtain a work permit- and the schools want you to have this work permit. I've had friends who were ... Read More
Is teaching English a good job for expats in Saigon? by mikeymyke
I was wondering how viable a job teaching English is for someone who doesn't know much Vietnamese, was born in Canada, and is married to a Vietnamese woman? Does it pay well and have enough hours working? Also are there a lot of opportunites? ...
In my personal experience, teaching English is an EXCELLENT job for expats in Saigon. I worked for 15 hours a week and made more than three times the amount my local Vietnamese boyfriend made as a surgeon. So you make enough to live a very ... Read More
American Television Programs. by bta87
If any of you need your fix I just learned of a site that is quite good. The name of it is ustvnow.com. They have all the major channels for free. I upgraded on have all the channels plus the ability to record via their DVR. At time on my internet ...
On the topic of TV, would anyone happen to know any sites that stream American shows/movies with Vietnamese Subtitles? I've been Googling 'movie title + vietnamese' and it generally works but if someone has a more convenient/comprehensive site with ... Read More
Want to learn more Vietnamese by DougVietnam
What is the best way to find someone to help with conversation Vietnamese? I am English speaking wanting to learn more Vietnamese.
Hi Doug, Some parks in district 1 (Ex: 23/9 park, etc.) will be one of suitable places to practice Vietnamese with local people. There are many students looking for foreigners to practice speaking English over there. You all can exchange languages. ... Read More
Sushi by Jquinoq
:huh: any recommendation for a good sushi restaurant? Not the chain Places but either a family owned or smaller place. Thanks in advance ,
Depends your definition of sushi. Most Vietnamese think of cooked maki when they say "sushi" Kisoya has good maki. Takoika has great salmon sashimi.Japanese style sushi .......I think she's asking whether you're looking for cooked rolls or raw fish. ... Read More
Any anime fans? by NinaVamp
I'm a fan of anime, manga, video games, Japanese stuff in general and am looking for expats with similar interests. I know it is big here in Vietnam but sadly I do not speak Vietnamese yet to converse with locals. :( I'm pretty much a fan of nerdy ...
Do u mean Otaku Stores ?Those are exactly the type of places we're talking about! Thanks! It's great to have a local around who knows where to look :] Do you know about any conventions that are in Vietnam? It's where a lot of people dress up as ... Read More
Any anime fans? by NinaVamp
I'm a fan of anime, manga, video games, Japanese stuff in general and am looking for expats with similar interests. I know it is big here in Vietnam but sadly I do not speak Vietnamese yet to converse with locals. :( I'm pretty much a fan of nerdy ...
The sheer length of One Piece put me off from ever starting it...haha I don't doubt that its one of the greatest series ever though. Are you a local? Would you be able to tell us about conventions in Vietnam? Anything coming up? @Nina: Are you ... Read More